Welcome Back Event
Come unwind after the first day of classes to see old friends and make new ones. We'll have food, therapy dogs, crafts, activities, and swag.
Explore University at Albany Hillel
Hillel is one of the largest and most exciting student organizations at UAlbany. With a dedicated staff and exceptional student leadership, Hillel is an integral part of the UAlbany campus community. Hillel's many different student groups and initiatives offer a wealth of resources and events to enrich our students' social, cultural, educational, religious, and political lives. UAlbany Hillel is an organization that is dedicated to empowering students to develop strong Jewish identities through creative self-expression.
Undergraduate Enrollment
1,500 Jewish Students (11.9%*)
12,564 Students
*Percent of population
12,564 Students
*Percent of population
Graduate Enrollment
1,000 Jewish Students (20.4%*)
4,894 Students
*Percent of population
4,894 Students
*Percent of population
Jewish Experience Through Hillel
- Served by Hillel Yes
- Religious Services Available Yes
- Hillel Rabbi/Senior Jewish Educator Yes
- Hillel Mental Health/Wellness Staff No
- Kosher Food Available Yes
- Birthright Israel Participation Yes
- Alt Break Participation No
- Israel Fellow Yes
- JLIC Educator No
Campus Climate for Jewish Students
- Hillel CCI Antisemitism Training Participant No
- Open Title VI Investigation No
- Anti-Israel Student Government or BDS Resolution Passed
Kosher Dining
Kosher dining is available in the dining hall. All Hillel events serve Kosher food.
Options: University meal plan-extra cost
Religious Services
Friday night we have Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform services. Shabbat morning Chabad hosts Orthodox services.
Frequency: Bi-monthly
Additional Campus Information
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- Jewish Studies Offered Yes
- Jewish Studies Major or Minor Minor
- Study Abroad in Israel University approved programs, Accepts credit for Israel study abroad
- Private/Public Public
- Acceptance Rate 69%
- U.S. Region Northeast
- Commuter/Residential Residential
- Tuition In-State $7,070
- Tuition Out-of-State $27,460
- Out-of-State/Int’l 6% / 3%
- Greek Life Yes
Events
Tuesday Schmoozeday
Join us in the Interfaith Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for bagels and snacks. Stop by between classes to grab a bite, or stay and hang out.
Flower Friday
Stop by our "flower shop" from 12-2 in the Thrive Hub and make a flower bouquet for shabbat. Take home a beautiful bouquet for yourself or a friend.
Welcome Shabbat
It's the first Shabbat dinner of the semester. Join us for good food, good company, and a fun time. Services at 7, dinner at 8pm on the 3rd floor of the Campus Center
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